The Dubai Bling Edit With UAE-Based Miss World Egypt Mony Helal

For this edition of Scene Selects, we invited Mony Helal to curate outfits suited for all of Dubai’s cosmopolitan adventures,

Ziyad El-Helbawy

Nov 22, 2024

A model, entrepreneur, and self-proclaimed “averagely witty” TV presenter, Mony Helal, the reigning Miss World Egypt from 2018 to 2021, lives and breathes fashion. With a schedule packed with shoots for global luxury brands and intimate rendezvous with industry leaders like Christian Louboutin, there isn’t much in the sartorial world that Helal hasn’t had a front-row seat for.

Now based in Dubai, where Helal recently launched her own ethical beauty brand, Mony Beauty, she spends her days traversing the cosmopolitan city—but what does one wear when living in the luxury fashion capital of the Middle East?

For this week’s edition of Scene Selects, we tapped Mony Helal to find out…

What to Wear for a Date Night at Dubai’s La Petite Maison…

"For a date night in Dubai, you need an outfit that best represents you. My dress speaks for me, my jewelry adds a touch of sophistication, my purse sets the standard, and my perfume is a mix of power and sweetness. As for my heels, these are meant to intimidate!"

Triple Ruffle Corset Dress | Dreaming Eli

Pear Diamond Stud Earrings in 18kt White Gold | Fergus James

Kelly II Sellier Mini | Hermès

Vendome Slingback Pumps | Saint Laurent

Panthère de Cartier Watch | Cartier

Gloss Bomb Heat Lip Luminizer + Plumper | Fenty Beauty

Easy Blur Natural Airbrush Foundation | Huda Beauty

What to Wear for a Brunch With the Girls at The Arts Club…

“For brunch with the girls, it's essential to remain stylish - this outfit finds the perfect balance between being polished, and looking effortlessly confident.”

Awakening Collection Look 49 | Kristina Fidelskaya

Black Leather Flower Bag | Kristina Fidelskaya

Logo Denim Slingback Sandals | Moschino

À la Rose - Eau de Parfum | Maison Francis Kurkdjian

SL 557 Shade | Saint Laurent

Iconic Nude Lip Cheat Lip Liner | Charlotte Tilbury

What to Wear for a Day at Jumeirah Beach…

“Enjoying a relaxing day by the water? Well, that’s just another reason to look effortlessly glam. For me - this outfit just does it.”

Reversible Bikini | Isa Boulder

Havana Top & Skirt | Rat & Boa

Runway Frameless Glasses | Miu Miu

Logo-Plaque Crochet Sandals | Prada

The ICare Bag in Raffia | Saint Laurent

Pro-Collagen Skin Protection Fluid SPF 50 | Elemis London

Tanning Oil | B-bronzè

Kinky Curly Hair Extensions | Mony Helal Beauty

What to Wear for a Retail Therapy Run at Dubai Mall…

“For a day at the mall, it’s all about comfort. You also need to be able to transition seamlessly from shopping to dining, so comfort and style are the keywords here.”

Anagram Cropped Tank Top in Cotton | Loewe